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Billy Elliot the Musical

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Rufus Wainwright

Strathmore
Sat. Dec 8 Wainwright commemorates the 20th anniversary of his debut by performing material from Rufus Wainwright and Poses.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

Strathmore
Sun. Dec 2 Experience the magic as the spirit of the season comes alive with dazzling multimedia effects and the signature sound of Mannheim Steamroller.

Funky Miracle - Groovin' On the Pike: After Hours At the Library

Columbia Pike Branch Library
Fri. Dec 7 New Orleans-style funk and blues are what's up when Funky Miracle is in the house!

Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra With Wynton Marsalis

Strathmore
Dec. 14 – 15 Jazz up your holiday celebration with the legendary Marsalis!

Step Afrika!

Strathmore
Sun. Jan 20, 2019 Step Afrika! celebrates 25 years of stepping while paying homage to the company’s deep connections to South African dance, music, and culture.

King John

Folger Theatre
Nov. 14 – Dec. 2 Aaron Posner directs this epic struggle of power and the turbulent reign of Shakespeare’s earliest king. With Kate Eastwood Norris as Philip the Bastard and Holly Twyford as Constance, Arthur’s tragic mother.

Remembering Vietnam: Helicopters

National Archives
Mon. Nov 19 Vietnam-era helicopters on the front lawn of the National Archives

The Second City's Love Factually

The Kennedy Center
Dec. 4 – 31 A holiday satire from the twisted minds at The Second City, which gets to the truth of December life, love, and romance.

Yael Weiss: 32 Bright Clouds

Strathmore
Thu. Jan 24, 2019 32 Bright Clouds aims to harness music’s great power for unity and peace.

Billy Elliot the Musical

Signature Theatre
Nov. 14, 2018 – Jan. 5, 2019 Based on the powerful and acclaimed film, Billy Elliot swept the Tony, Drama Desk, and Olivier awards for Best Musical, by combining a dynamic score by the legendary Elton John with sensational dance to create a heartwarming, inspirational and triumphant experience for the entire family.

Home Free: A Country Christmas

Strathmore
Sun. Nov 25 The 5-man band has become known for their show-stopping performances that mix their signature no-instrument, all-vocal music with their quick-witted humor.

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

Strathmore
Dec. 18 – 19 A dozen all-star dancers, an on-stage DJ, and an electric violinist bring the traditional Nutcracker story to life in contemporary New York City.